Between 1640-1660, Great Britain enjoyed the greatest benefits of mercantilism. During this period, the prevailing economic wisdom suggested that the empire's colonies could supply raw materials and resources to the mother country and subsequently be used as export markets for the finished products.
Where are the territories you are talking about?
President George W. Bush's main concerns about the security of the United States relied on terrorism. This led his to advocate for the creation of defense systems around the globe.
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